What kind of sound card do you use? Many start with the built in, and find it lacking. Truth be told it is, but for the beginner with simple needs it can be used. For free you can download the ASIO4All driver and enhance it's basic features. Next get a cheap small mixer like a behringer 802 zenyx, and that will give you a decent place to input tracks and monitor as well. $59 average online and at Guitar Centers


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